Cambridge, C.U.P., 1888
A classic of travel literature. Doughty's classic work on the exploration of Arabia which contains so much information on the topography of the area that it was used as a text-book by the British army during the Arab Revolt. There are also detailed descriptions of the Bedouin tribes and their customs.
First edition. 2 volumes, 8vo, ii-xx, 623; xiv, 690 pp., 32 pp ads dated October 1888 at end, bound without half title, 8 plates (5 folding), large coloured folding map in pocket, illustrations in text, red half morocco gilt, a very good set.
First edition. 2 volumes, 8vo, ii-xx, 623; xiv, 690 pp., 32 pp ads dated October 1888 at end, bound without half title, 8 plates (5 folding), large coloured folding map in pocket, illustrations in text, red half morocco gilt, a very good set.
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